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Nissan's RB26DETT and Toyota's 2JZ-GTE are some of the most popular examples of straight-six engines, most notable for their performance and tuning potential.
Each has its distinct sound and power delivery but it all comes down to personal preference.
Lucky number 6
The guys at Donut Media note that cars fitted with straight-six engines are notably much longer than their V6 counterparts so vehicle's will have a much longer front.
Donut Media said: "Six-cylinder engines are all over the place. But depending on the car, which kind of 6 is under the hood can be very different. There are Inline 6s, Slant 6s, and V6s."
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V6 units on the other hand are essentially two inline, 3-cylinder engines positioned opposite each other, making use of the same crankshaft. They fire in a 'V-shape' which is where the V6 nomenclature is coined.
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